The Benefits of Bilberry
What are the health benefits of Bilberry?
Bilberry is one of the lesser known of the berries but its relative obscurity doesn’t mean that this is a fruit that can be discounted for its nutritional value. On the contrary, bilberries are packed with nutrients that are extremely beneficial not just for overall health but also for the health of your skin and hair. Let’s take a closer look at these benefits.
Bilberry for Skin and Scalp
A Eurasian species, bilberry has an abundant amount of zinc, fiber, vitamin K, and vitamin E. These vitamins are minerals provide stupendous support in the fight against acne and breakouts. It also has anti-inflammatory properties in addition to vitamins A, B, and C which can further assist in clearing the skin of acne and breakouts while calming redness and skin inflammatory conditions.
Bilberries are packed with Anthocyanosides which give them their deep pigment. They are also potent antioxidants which ensure that bilberries can fight off the free radical damage that causes premature aging and damages our skin and hair cells. In addition to helping reverse signs of premature aging and damage, the phytochemicals present in bilberries ensure that your skin gets adequate nutrition to nourish it deeply from within.
An effective exfoliator, bilberries can deeply cleanse the skin and pores of excess oil, bacteria, and other debris. This results in the balancing of sebum production and a reduction in blackheads and whiteheads. Bilberries also have a unique ability to improve micro-capillary circulation which in turn boosts collagen production throughout the body. This supports cell regeneration and strengthens cell structure resulting in rejuvenated and resilient skin.
These very qualities also make bilberry great for ensuring scalp and hair health. Their astringent properties not only help tone skin and reduce pore size but can also effectively soothe an inflamed or irritated scalp. Use of bilberry on the scalp can also assist in the fight against dandruff and its ability to deeply cleanse also clears the scalp of excess oil, dead cells, and product buildup.
Bilberry is also extremely useful to stimulate hair growth due to its ability to improve micro-capillary circulation. This not only improves blood circulation to the hair follicles but also improves the nutrition and oxygen that flows to hair follicles resulting in faster and stronger hair growth. Its antioxidant properties also protect hair from free radical damage bringing back lustre and rejuvenating hair.
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- GALACTOARABINAN: Derived from the larch tree, boosts cell turnover, faster than any lactic or glycolic acid, to brighten the skin and tighten pores for a flawless appearance.
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- Polysaccharides from Aloe Vera: Help the skin appear revitalised leaving it feeling smooth and soft.
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